2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Fiat | Tesla |
| Model | Strada | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2352 mm |
